'There is limited existing research examining the prevalence of domestic violence among immigrant and refugee populations. Research reveals that rates of domestic violence within immigrant and refugee populations are not higher than other populations; however, immigrant and refugee women experiencing domestic violence face numerous barriers to disclosing and reporting violence and abuse,accessing support services, and navigating intersecting legal processes and social support systems.

Understanding and preventing domestic violence and homicide within immigrant and refugee populations requires a culturally informedlens that accounts for intersecting forms of oppression and recognizes the heterogeneity of immigrant and refugee populations.

To be effective, risk assessment, risk management, and safety planning strategies should be culturally informed and, where possible, culturally-specific.'